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Fig. 18 (Left).— Wood 

 stakes are suitable for 

 bracing newly planted 

 small trees. A common 

 size of wood stake is 2 x 2 

 inches and 6-8 feet long. 



Pig. 19 (Below left).— 

 Metal posts are strong 

 and durable, and may be 

 used repeatedly for brac- 

 ing newly planted trees. 



Fig. 20 (Below right). 

 — A single guy or wire is 

 sometimes used for brac- 

 ing small trees. Attach 

 the guy to the tree 

 through a piece of hose 

 that encircles the trunk at 

 a crotch and fasten the 

 other end to a stake placed 

 several feet from the tree. 





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